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What is WikiAlpha?
WikiAlpha is a free, open online encyclopedia that deliberately sets a much lower threshold than Wikipedia. Where Wikipedia sets strict notability requirements and removes articles about lesser-known people or companies, WikiAlpha is inclusive: it accepts subjects that do not (yet) get a place on Wikipedia. That makes it one of the few encyclopedic sources where a growing business or expert without national fame can still build a neat, structured listing.
That accessibility is exactly what makes WikiAlpha valuable. You do not have to be famous first to get a page: you build the page, and that page then helps strengthen your wider entity profile. It is not a goal in itself, but a building block in a larger whole of authoritative, mutually confirming sources.
Why WikiAlpha counts for AI and the Knowledge Graph
AI models such as ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity build their answers on corroboration: they trust a claim sooner when several independent sources confirm it. An encyclopedic page outside your own website is such an independent confirmation. WikiAlpha provides a structured, factual description of who you are, exactly the kind of source a language model likes to cite and that makes your entity ‘safe to mention’.
A WikiAlpha page also contributes to your Google Knowledge Graph signals. Linked through consistent details and a sameAs network, it strengthens the recognition of your entity. It is also a neat, thematically relevant reference to your website: a backlink with context, not just any link.
WikiAlpha versus Wikipedia: know the difference
Wikipedia remains the gold standard, but for many local business owners and experts it is simply not achievable: too little independent media attention, and editors who delete quickly. WikiAlpha fills that gap. The threshold is low, the turnaround short, and the page stays up as long as it is properly sourced and factual.
So see WikiAlpha as a stepping stone. While you work on the heavier signals, such as a book, press coverage or a Wikidata item, your WikiAlpha page is already live and delivers immediate value for your AI visibility. As your authority grows, a Wikipedia page comes within reach sooner.
How I build your WikiAlpha page
I write a neutral, factual and well-sourced page that meets the conventions of the encyclopedia. No advertising language, because that gets penalised. I collect the verifiable sources, structure the content correctly, add the right categories and references, and link the page consistently to your wider entity profile through accurate details and sameAs.
That way you do not get a loose, fragile piece of text, but a durable listing that fits your overall Entity Service strategy. The rate is from €750 per page, depending on the amount of research and source material needed.
Approach, turnaround and result
After a short intake about your details and available sources, I usually deliver the page within a few working days. You do not have to do anything technical; I handle drafting, publishing and sourcing. Where useful I combine it with your Wikidata item, so the sources reinforce each other.
The result is an extra authoritative, independent listing that confirms your entity: good for your Brand SERP, your Knowledge Graph signals and the chance that AI assistants mention you by name. It is one of the fastest and cheapest ways to start your encyclopedic presence.
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// Frequently asked questions · WikiAlpha page
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is WikiAlpha?
WikiAlpha is a free, open online encyclopedia with a much lower threshold than Wikipedia. It accepts subjects (people, companies, brands) that do not (yet) get a place on Wikipedia, provided the content is factual and sourced.
Why would I want a WikiAlpha page?
Because it creates an independent, encyclopedic source about you. AI models and search engines give heavy weight to such external confirmation when recognising and recommending your entity, something your own website cannot deliver on its own.
Does WikiAlpha really help AI visibility?
Yes. AI models build answers on corroboration from multiple sources. A WikiAlpha page is such an independent source that confirms your entity and makes it ‘safe to mention’.
What is the difference with Wikipedia?
Wikipedia applies strict notability requirements and deletes quickly; WikiAlpha is inclusive and accessible. WikiAlpha is an excellent stepping stone while you work on the heavier signals for a possible Wikipedia page.
Will my WikiAlpha page stay up?
Yes, as long as the page is neutral, factual and sourced. Advertising language or inaccuracies are removed; that is why I write the page according to encyclopedic conventions.
Does WikiAlpha work together with Wikidata?
Yes. I link your WikiAlpha page and your <a href="/en-wikidata/">Wikidata item</a> through consistent details, so the sources reinforce each other and your entity becomes unambiguously recognisable.
How long does creation take?
After the intake I usually deliver the page within a few working days, depending on the amount of research and available source material.
Do I need to do anything myself?
Only supply your details and source material. I take care of writing, publishing, categorising and sourcing entirely.
What does a WikiAlpha page cost?
From €750 per page, depending on the research and writing time required. Get in touch for a tailored price.
Can I hire Gijs Bodenstaff for my WikiAlpha page?
Yes. I create your WikiAlpha page as a standalone service or as part of a complete entity programme. Email info@gijsbodenstaff.nl or call 0638048347.
